Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking passionate and skilled litigation clerks for our Ontario offices as we grow again!   As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (tort) litigation matters. We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.   Aviva Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone: Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London.   Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.   What you'll do: Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules Compilation of books of authorities/factums Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database Maintaining file organization Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations   What you'll bring: Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills Excellent organizational skills Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team Mature work ethic and good sense of humour   What you’ll get: The salary band for this position ranges from $54,500 to $101,100. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity. Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities. Outstanding Career Development opportunities. We’ll support your professional development education. Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health Hybrid flexible work model   Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.   Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.   Aviva Canada is one of Canada’s leading property and casualty insurance groups, providing home, automobile, lifestyle and business insurance to 2.4 million customers. A subsidiary of UK-based Aviva plc, Aviva Canada has more than 4,000 employees focused on creating a sustainable future for our people, our customers, our communities and our planet. In 2021, Aviva plc announced Aviva’s global ambition to become a net zero carbon emissions company by 2040.   We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Vice-President, Corporate Counsel in our corporate legal team within the General Counsel office. We are looking for a business-minded lawyer with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualifying in-house and/or law firm experience to help deliver first class legal advice and support to the Aviva Canada business.   This role offers a great opportunity to work with a highly collaborative corporate legal team. You will be able to apply and further strengthen and grow your skills and experience in a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.   Does this sound like your next role? Read on!   What you’ll bring: Call to a provincial Canadian bar with a current license. Minimum of 8 years of post-qualifying inhouse and/or law firm experience. Demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in Canadian corporate and commercial law. Knowledge and experience in insurance and/or working with large financial institutions would be a definite asset. Demonstrated experience working with senior management and executives. Proven ability to manage projects, negotiations and relationships (internal and external). Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively with team members, peers and collaborators. Responsive to the needs of the business. Possess strong problem-solving skills, with ability to provide timely, pragmatic and commercially focused advice. Ability to spot, troubleshoot and summarize legal issues and ability to effectively convey recommendations to partners. Aviva offers a flexible working model which allows this role to be split between working remotely and working at Aviva’s Markham and Toronto offices.   What you’ll get: The salary band for this position ranges from $133,800 to $248,600. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity. Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities. Outstanding Career Development opportunities. We’ll support your professional development education. Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health Hybrid flexible work model   Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted both internally & externally.   Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.   Aviva Trial Lawyers is currently seeking a full-time hybrid legal administrative assistant/paralegal to join our team in our Vancouver office. In this role, you will support one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence litigation matters. You will be responsible for day-to-day file management, and paralegal tasks as required.   Come join our industry-leading team! We offer a fun and challenging work environment with flexibility to work part-time from home.   What you’ll do: Scheduling meetings, discoveries, court applications and other appearances. Maintaining your lawyer's calendar and updating the internal database. Maintaining file organization including a comprehensive “bring forward” system. Booking travel, including flights, cars and hotels as needed. Ensuring integrity of information in the internal case management system. Liaising between counsel, external parties, claims operations and insureds. Ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Supreme Court Civil Rules . Preparing and drafting correspondence. Retaining medical experts including drafting instruction letters, arranging independent medical examinations, preparing medical briefs, as well as retaining non-medical experts. Preparing and drafting pleadings. Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings. Summarizing medical records, wage loss and liability documents. Providing trial support including preparing and organizing documents and court filings, scheduling witnesses, compiling books of authorities/factums.   What you’ll bring: Minimum of 5+ years of paralegal and legal assistant experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment. Post-secondary accreditation for paralegal or legal assistant or equivalent experience. Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook. Proficient in the Supreme Court Civil Rules and Court forms. Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills. Proven ability to remain organized. Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative. Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team. Mature work ethic, sense of humour and positive attitude.   What you'll get: 4 weeks’ vacation to start, 5 weeks’ vacation at 5 years. Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and optical. Pension with option to increase contributions. Yearly bonus payable from 0-14% of your base pay. Stock option share plan. Three paid volunteer days per year. Support for career development and professional growth. Hybrid working model. Salary range: $52,900 - $98,200   Aviva Trial Lawyers and staff are employees of Aviva Canada Inc.   Aviva Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.  

We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 2 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.   Accountabilities   The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.   Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities   Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required. Trial experience is a must.   Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.    

Aviva Trial Lawyers is currently seeking a full-time hybrid legal administrative assistant/paralegal to join our team in our Vancouver office. In this role, you will support one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence litigation matters. You will be responsible for day-to-day file management, and paralegal tasks as required.   Come join our industry-leading team! We offer a fun and challenging work environment with flexibility to work part-time from home.   What you’ll do: Scheduling meetings, discoveries, court applications and other appearances. Maintaining your lawyer's calendar and updating the internal database. Maintaining file organization including a comprehensive “bring forward” system. Booking travel, including flights, cars and hotels as needed. Ensuring integrity of information in the internal case management system. Liaising between counsel, external parties, claims operations and insureds. Ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Supreme Court Civil Rules . Preparing and drafting correspondence. Retaining medical experts including drafting instruction letters, arranging independent medical examinations, preparing medical briefs, as well as retaining non-medical experts. Preparing and drafting pleadings. Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings. Summarizing medical records, wage loss and liability documents. Providing trial support including preparing and organizing documents and court filings, scheduling witnesses, compiling books of authorities/factums.   What you’ll bring: Minimum of 5+ years of paralegal and legal assistant experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment. Post-secondary accreditation for paralegal or legal assistant or equivalent experience. Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook. Proficient in the Supreme Court Civil Rules and Court forms. Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills. Proven ability to remain organized. Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative. Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team. Mature work ethic, sense of humour and positive attitude.   What we Offer: 4 weeks’ vacation to start, 5 weeks’ vacation at 5 years. Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and optical. Pension with option to increase contributions. Yearly bonus payable from 0-14% of your base pay. Stock option share plan. Three paid volunteer days per year. Support for career development and professional growth. Hybrid working model. Salary range: $52,900 - $98,200   Aviva Trial Lawyers and staff are employees of Aviva Canada Inc.   Aviva Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.        

We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 6 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.   Accountabilities   The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.   Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities   Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required.Trial experience is a must.   Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.    

We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 6 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.   Accountabilities   The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.   Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities   Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required.Trial experience is a must.   Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.